News & Updates, Recovery and Reinvestment Office, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Stimulus funds to help Central MA hospitals, doctors adopt e-medical records

2012-02-10T00:00:00Z

Governor Celebrates Opening of New Whittier Street Health Center

2012-02-06T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds help Newburyport company harness energy from waves

2012-01-26T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded interchange opens on Rte 24 in Fall River

2012-01-12T00:00:00Z

MA awarded stimulus grant in early learning challenge competition

2011-12-16T00:00:00Z

600K homes weatherized across the country under stmulus-funded program

2011-12-15T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded MA Broadband project on schedule

2011-12-13T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 4, 2011

2011-12-09T00:00:00Z

Open Checkbook launched; based on Recovery Office approach and stimulus-funded energy efficiency lighting program announced.

Stimulus-funded energy efficiency lighting program launched

2011-12-07T00:00:00Z

New stimulus-funded Fall River Rt 24 exit to open early

2011-12-07T00:00:00Z

Open Checkbook launched, based on Recovery Office approach

2011-12-07T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded energy efficiency lighting program launched

2011-12-07T00:00:00Z

MBTA, Chrysler partner to test Hybrid Electric Vehicles in ARRA-funded project

2011-10-31T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking of stim-funded Codman Health Center and Academy expansion

2011-10-31T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking of stimulus-funded Kingston wind turbine program

2011-10-31T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps fund Fitchburg Commuter Rail Line

2011-10-31T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of September 18, 2011

2011-09-23T00:00:00Z

Governor celebrates stimulus-funded energy efficient renovations at UTEC and MWRA is installing a new stimulus-funded wind turbine in Charlestown.

Gov celebrates stim-funded energy efficient renovations at UTEC

2011-09-22T00:00:00Z

WAMC: MassRRO Director tours Berkshires stimulus projects

2011-09-19T00:00:00Z

MWRA installing new stimulus-funded wind turbine in Charlestown

2011-09-19T00:00:00Z

Studying clean energy at BC HS -- with help from stimulus funds

2011-09-09T00:00:00Z

Saving energy and money with new stim-funded windows in Hudson

2011-09-09T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of September 4, 2011

2011-09-09T00:00:00Z

Massasoit Community College celebrates completion of stimulus-funded rooftop solar panel installation project and saving energy and money with new windows in Hudson.

E-Update: Week of August 28, 2011

2011-09-02T00:00:00Z

$16 million in stimulus funds for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in eight communities and EcoBuilding Bargains holds a green building construction tour in Springfield to deomnstrate its stimulus-funded green enhancements.

Massasoit college flips the switch on new stim-funded solar panel array

2011-08-30T00:00:00Z

EcoBuilding Bargains anticipates energy saving with new stim-funded green building

2011-08-30T00:00:00Z

Fall River residents in need give stim-funded weatherization program warm reception

2011-08-30T00:00:00Z

Berkshires home among 10,000 weatherized in stim-funded program

2011-08-30T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of August 14, 2011

2011-08-18T00:00:00Z

Patrick-Murray Administration celebrates 10,000 homes weatherized through the Recovery Act.

Patrick-Murray Administration celebrates 10,000 homes weatherized through Recovery Act

2011-08-16T00:00:00Z

The stimulus-funded Weatherization Assistance Program celebrates 10,000 homes weatherized. The Program is on track to weatherize 20,000 homes. across Massachusetts

E-Update: Week of August 7, 2011

2011-08-12T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds to help communities rebuild from tornado damage and UMass Dartmouth is saving energy and lowering bills, with help from the sun and stimulus.

E-Update: Week of July 31, 2011

2011-08-05T00:00:00Z

Providing peace and empowerment -- and now, sustainability at the United Teen Equality Center and UMass Med School researchers search for cures, with the help of stimulus.

White House's Champions of Change: MA-based, stim-funded FastCAP

2011-08-02T00:00:00Z

Taunton Housing Authority puts stimulus funds to good use

2011-08-02T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of July 24, 2011

2011-07-29T00:00:00Z

Construction is launched on the huge, stimulus-funded broadband expansion project and stimulus funds help build a new interchange and provide access in the South coast.

Governor launches construction of huge, stimulus-funded broadband expansion project

2011-07-26T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded firefighter recruits graduate, help New Bedford

2011-07-25T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of July 17, 2011

2011-07-22T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program launches July 28 and in Wareham, affordable housing when it needs it most.

White House's Champions of Change: MA-based, stim-funded Iredale Cosmetics

2011-07-19T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded solar arrays at five DOC sites come online

2011-07-15T00:00:00Z

Five stimulus-funded solar photovoltaic (PV) installations came online this week at Department of Corrections' (DOC) sites throughout the state and are now producing clean, homegrown, renewable electricity for on-campus use. Stimulus funds of just over $2 million were used to implement these projects.

E-Update: Week of July 10, 2011

2011-07-15T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded solar arrays at five DOC sites come online and connecting parks and linking neighborhoods, thanks to the stimulus-funded North Bank Bridge project.

E-Update: Week of July 3, 2011

2011-07-08T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded "Knowledge Corridor" rail project advances and keeping firefighters -- and New Bedford -- safe.

Stimulus-funded knowledge corridor rail project advances

2011-07-07T00:00:00Z

A look at who benefited from stimulus funding in the Worcester area

2011-07-05T00:00:00Z

Worcester Business Journal tracks stimulus dollars in MA

2011-07-05T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of June 26, 2011

2011-07-01T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded appliance rebate program to launch July 28 and for the very youngest in Lynn, an opportunity to thrive.

E-Update: Week of June 19, 2011

2011-06-24T00:00:00Z

A $2 million stimulus grant is used for the purchase and upgrade of Littleton Station and Quincy's downtown development moves forward thanks to stimulus funds.

Assembly Square project moves forward with stimulus' help

2011-06-23T00:00:00Z

Littleton Station parking lot upgraded with $2M stimulus grant

2011-06-22T00:00:00Z

State economic recovery chief touts Quincy stimulus projects

2011-06-22T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of June 5, 2011

2011-06-10T00:00:00Z

Federal, state, city officials tour the stimulus-funded energy retrofit at Castle Square and stimulus is helping the town of Lenox, one road at a time.

E-Update: Week of May 29, 2011

2011-06-03T00:00:00Z

Gover Patrick signs law to advance Quincy redevelopment project, which has key road infrastructure funded with stimulus grants and an international company remains, and grows, in a small Berkshires town.

Stimulus-funded energy retrofit at Castle Square

2011-06-02T00:00:00Z

Iredale Cosmetics gets help from stimulus to expand in Western MA

2011-05-27T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 22, 2011

2011-05-27T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded Chickatawbut Hill Solar Installation at Blue Hills Reservation comes online and Pittsfield embraces energy efficiency - with help from stimulus.

Largest stimulus-funded solar project in Pittsfield is underway

2011-05-26T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 15, 2011

2011-05-20T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded Wind Blade Testing Facility - the largest in the US - opens in Charlestown and stimulus funds play a role in MA's $1B 2011 road/bridge projects.

Stim-funded Wind Blade Testing Facility -- largest in US -- opens

2011-05-19T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds play a role in MA's $1B 2011 road/bridge projects

2011-05-17T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 8, 2011

2011-05-13T00:00:00Z

MA health care technology highlighted at conference and Revere is being revitalized, from Wonderland to the shore.

E-Update: Week of May 1, 2011

2011-05-06T00:00:00Z

The dedication of a stimulus-funded wind turbine at MA National Cemetery and Massacusetts Office for Victim Assistance uses stimulus funds to help crime victims when they need it most.

E-Update: Week of April 24, 2011

2011-04-29T00:00:00Z

The latest Citizens’ Update is now available and Dedham Housing Authrity residents stay warm and save money with help from stimulus.

Dedication of stim-funded wind turbine at MA National Cemetery

2011-04-22T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 17, 2011

2011-04-22T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded green improvements celebrated at drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities in MA and energy efficiency in Milton, with a little help from the sun -- and stimulus.

Stim-funded green upgrades to drinking, wastewater treatment facilities celebrated

2011-04-21T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps homeless in Worcester County

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 10, 2011

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Stimulus Snapshots: Highlights from the past two years and Brockton Housing Authority keeps its tenant warm in the winter, with help from stimulus.

Stim-funded weatherization program provides hands-on training

2011-04-08T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 3, 2011

2011-04-08T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds help Springfield Police stay safe and a hands on - and green - approach to weatherization training, thanks to stimulus funds.

Stimulus funds help Springfield Police stay safe

2011-04-07T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of March 27, 2011

2011-04-01T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded clean energy projects in Southeastern MA celebrated and an affordable housing project for seniors gets built in Marshfield, with stimulus' help.

E-Update: Week of March 20, 2011

2011-03-25T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded broadband project in western MA gets final federal approval and SMOC's Green Jobs Academy trains workers for weatherization jobs.

E-Update: Week of March 13, 2011

2011-03-18T00:00:00Z

$350K in stimulus-funded Race To The Top planning grants awarded to schools across the state and a weatherization program continues to help, thanks to stimulus funds.

$350K in Race To The Top awarded for school planning across MA

2011-03-17T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded broadband project in western MA gets final federal approval

2011-03-15T00:00:00Z

State uses stimulus dollars to fund more than 300 clean energy projects

2011-03-15T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of March 6, 2011

2011-03-11T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded clean energy projects in Greater Boston and northeastern Massachusetts celebrated and stimulus is helping UMass Dartmouth researchers today solve the problems of tomorrow.

Stimulus-funded broadband on its way to Western MA

2011-03-08T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 27, 2011

2011-03-04T00:00:00Z

Over 45 stimulus-funded clean energy projects celebrated in Central MA and fighting crime in Fitchburg, with the help of stimulus.

Provider selected for stimulus-funded Western MA broadband

2011-03-01T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 20, 2011

2011-02-25T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded OpenCape broadband initiative is preparing to launch and stimulus awards help Boston Healthcare for the Homeless Program give homeless families access to healthcare.

OpenCape moving forward with its stim-funded broadband initiative

2011-02-22T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 13, 2011

2011-02-18T00:00:00Z

New report details the impact of Recovery Act and stimulus helps Operation Able provide a second chance for older job seekers.

E-Update: Week of February 6, 2011

2011-02-11T00:00:00Z

Stimulus-funded digester project receives innovation award and stimulus grants help the Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnerhip provide homeless clients with the ability to have a place to call home.

E-Update: Week of January 30, 2011

2011-02-04T00:00:00Z

MA awarded $3.4 mil stimulus grant for electronic health records and a stimulus grant provides housing -- and opportunities -- in Lunenburg.

Fairhaven DPW wins state award for stim-funded digester

2011-01-31T00:00:00Z

MA awarded $3.4 mil stimulus grant for electronic health records

2011-01-31T00:00:00Z

MA officials: Over 71,000 people in state received stim-funded paychecks

2011-01-31T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 23, 2011

2011-01-28T00:00:00Z

Stimulus grant aims at increasing energy efficiency in Merrimack Valley and stimulus grants help the town of Lancaster go green.

Stimulus grant helps Merrimack Valley biz increase energy efficiency

2011-01-18T00:00:00Z

Easton and Taunton get stimulus money for energy upgrades

2011-01-14T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 9, 2011

2011-01-14T00:00:00Z

An affordable housing revival, with help from stimulus and Hardwick's infrastructure gets a stimulus boost.

An affordable housing revival, with help from stimulus

2011-01-13T00:00:00Z

Cape Cod schools embrace online learning with stimulus' help

2011-01-10T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds one of the largest solar systems in Central MA

2011-01-10T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 2, 2011

2011-01-07T00:00:00Z

The MWRA's latest energy initiative gets stimulus' help and a well-traveled bridge in Oakham gets a much-needed upgrade, thanks to a stimulus award.

The MWRA's latest energy initiative gets stimulus' help

2011-01-04T00:00:00Z

Reflections: A Year of Stimulus

2011-01-03T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded weatherization program helps many in MA

2010-12-28T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 19, 2010

2010-12-23T00:00:00Z

Happy Holidays! Read how stimulus is helping a company ensure vision health.

E-Update: Week of December 12, 2010

2010-12-17T00:00:00Z

Stimulus Funds boost Western Mass rail project and how stimulus helped a company save energy for a rainy day.

Stimulus funds boost W. Mass rail project

2010-12-13T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 5, 2010

2010-12-10T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funded repairs to Lawrence bridge completed and stimulus is helping the Milford Police keep the peace.

Stim-funded repairs to Lawrence bridge completed

2010-12-09T00:00:00Z

Pittsfield's stim-funded solar energy project nears completion

2010-12-09T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of November 28, 2010

2010-12-03T00:00:00Z

Providing a voice, and a skill, to the visually impaired and stopping wildfires -- before they start.

Stim-funded mixed-use development to be unveiled

2010-12-01T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded radio training program benefits the visually impaired

2010-11-29T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of November 14, 2010

2010-11-19T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission unveils stimulus-funded adaptive vehicle to assist people with disabilities and Brockton's water facilities look to the future, thanks to stimulus.

Boston intersections to get stim-funded makeovers

2010-11-18T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded solar-panel installation under way on NSCC campus

2010-11-18T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of November 7, 2010

2010-11-12T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts will receive an additional $61 million in Recovery Act weatherization funds and Swansea gets clean water with the help of the Palmer River and stimulus.

MA weatherization gets additional $61 million in stimulus funding

2010-11-10T00:00:00Z

Stimulus grant will boost Mansfield heating system

2010-11-08T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of October 31, 2010

2010-11-05T00:00:00Z

The latest Citizens' Update is now available, Ware receives stimulus funds for a new fire station and researchers get help from stimulus grants.

Baystate Medical Center gets stim-funded workforce training grant

2010-11-03T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds help Covenant House go green

2010-11-01T00:00:00Z

Ware receives stimulus funds for new fire station

2010-10-29T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds public housing heating system replacements

2010-10-29T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of October 24, 2010

2010-10-29T00:00:00Z

A stimulus-funded radio training program for the visually impaired is launched and an innovative company is hoping to help diabetic patients, with stimulus' help.

Stimulus grant aids Holliston prosthetic firm's research

2010-10-27T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded radio training program for the blind launched

2010-10-27T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of October 17, 2010

2010-10-22T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking for the $55.5 mil stimulus-funded Wachusett Commuter Rail Extension Project and a spotlight on New Bedford: How stimulus helps a city stay afloat.

South Shore Community Action Council receives workforce grant

2010-10-20T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking for stim-funded Wachusett commuter rail project

2010-10-20T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of October 10, 2010

2010-10-15T00:00:00Z

MA is one of two leading states in the ACEEE's energy efficiency scorecard and high tech growth is happening in Fall River, with the help of stimulus.

Stimulus funds help 8 MA health centers expand

2010-10-13T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of October 3, 2010

2010-10-08T00:00:00Z

$4.1 mil in stimulus funds go to broadband assistance to help MA vets and small businesses, $55 mill in stimulus funds will support public higher education and keeping poverty at bay, and hope alive, on the North Shore.

$55 Mil in stimulus funds to support public higher ed

2010-10-05T00:00:00Z

Bridgewater State to receive $1 million in stimulus grants

2010-10-04T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds improvements at Pittsfield water treatment plant

2010-10-04T00:00:00Z

Stimulus awards to go to state colleges

2010-10-04T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds public housing heating system replacements

2010-10-04T00:00:00Z

$4 Mil in stim-funded broadband grant to help veterans and small biz

2010-10-04T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of September 26, 2010

2010-10-01T00:00:00Z

Metrowest firms to supply solar panels in stimulus-funded project; the fight against poverty in the Fitchburg area gets a stimulus boost.

Metrowest firms to supply solar panels in stim-funded solar projects

2010-09-28T00:00:00Z

Wiring the Berkshires, with help from stimulus

2010-09-28T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of September 19, 2010

2010-09-24T00:00:00Z

Jewish Healthcare Center gets stim-funded workforce training grant and healthcare and much more, flourishes in the heart of Brockton.

E-Update: Week of September 12, 2010

2010-09-17T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking for stim-funded Whittier Street Health Center building and partnering to provide opportunity, in Springfield.

Groundbreaking for stim-funded Whittier Street Health Center building

2010-09-14T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking for stim-funded T project in Revere

2010-09-14T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking for new stim-funded Mattapan Community Health Center

2010-09-13T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of September 5, 2010

2010-09-09T00:00:00Z

Eight school districts to get stimulus awards and stimulus invests in green energy, a cleaner future and a growing company.

Cambridge organizations to receive stimulus awards

2010-09-03T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of August 29, 2010

2010-09-03T00:00:00Z

New England Produce Market goes green with its stimulus award and Massachusetts Rebailitation Commission helps its clients get jobs with the help of stimulus.

Eight school districts to get stimulus awards

2010-09-02T00:00:00Z

New England Produce Market to go green with stimulus award

2010-09-01T00:00:00Z

Stimulus award to Clark startup to develop green air conditioning

2010-09-01T00:00:00Z

Gloucester schools get $700K in stimulus funding

2010-08-31T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of August 22, 2010

2010-08-27T00:00:00Z

MA secures $250 million in stimulus-funded Race to the Top grant, stimulus funds new public housing heating systems and a career center gets help from stimulus.

MA secures $250 mil in stim-funded Race To The Top grant

2010-08-25T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds new public housing heating systems

2010-08-23T00:00:00Z

State workforce training partnership programs get stimulus award

2010-08-20T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of August 15, 2010

2010-08-20T00:00:00Z

State workforce training partnership programs get stimulus award and United Way of Tri County helps working parents get easy access to child care info.

Governor Patrick tours stim-funded Southgate Place Project in Worcester

2010-08-18T00:00:00Z

Stimulus gives boost to Taunton nonprofits

2010-08-16T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of August 8, 2010

2010-08-13T00:00:00Z

Stimulus energizes Ashland with green energy projects and stimulus is easing the nursing shortage, one scholarship at a time.

Jeffrey Simon visits MetroWest stimulus projects

2010-08-12T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of August 1, 2010

2010-08-06T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps fund small biz clean energy grants and stimulus grants help YouthBuild Fall River give the city's youth opportunity and hope.

Stimulus helps fund small biz clean energy grants

2010-08-05T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of July 25, 2010

2010-07-30T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act continues to put thousands more back to work in the state, Massachusetts is selected as a finalist in Race To The Top competition and CareerWorks gets stimulus help to fulfill its mission to get every client a job.

MA selected as finalist in Race To The Top competition

2010-07-29T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of July 18, 2010

2010-07-23T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds energy program for lower income homeowners and a stimulus-funded YouthWorks program puts teens to work and back in school.

Stimulus funds energy program for lower income homeowners

2010-07-22T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds fuel expansion of Lynn anti poverty agency

2010-07-21T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of July 11, 2010

2010-07-16T00:00:00Z

MA to get $59 mil in stimulus funds to help struggling schools and stimulus helps East Boston APAC help English language learners.

Stimulus powers Ashland DPW building

2010-07-15T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds energy research at MIT, local companies

2010-07-14T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps MA fund summer youth jobs

2010-07-13T00:00:00Z

MA to get $59 mil in stimulus funds to help struggling schools

2010-07-13T00:00:00Z

COMMENTARY: Stimulus gets state back on feet

2010-07-08T00:00:00Z

Jeffrey Simon, director of the Massachusetts Recovery & Reinvestment Office, published an editorial in the Patriot-Ledger detailing how the stimulus program is helping the state with its economic recovery.

E-Update: Week of July 4, 2010

2010-07-08T00:00:00Z

$45 mil stimulus award to MA to expand broadband access and a place to heal and call home gets help from stimulus.

Green renovation underway at Bullitt Reservation thanks to stimulus

2010-07-06T00:00:00Z

$45 mil stimulus award to MA to expand broadband access

2010-07-02T00:00:00Z

Recovery Zone Bond program helps biotech firm relocate and expand

2010-07-02T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of June 27, 2010

2010-07-02T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds 46 solar energy projects across the state and stimulus awards are helping an anti-poverty agency change lives on the Cape.

Local businesses get stimulus funding for solar power

2010-06-30T00:00:00Z

MA receives kudos for stimulus spending

2010-06-28T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of June 20, 2010

2010-06-24T00:00:00Z

MA biotechs and hospitals are boosted by health stimulus funds and MassRRO Director Jeffrey Simon is onsite in Barnstable.

Stimulus dollars flow into Cape projects

2010-06-22T00:00:00Z

MA biotechs, hospitals boosted by health stimulus funds

2010-06-22T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded training helps woman find her way back to work

2010-06-22T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of June 13, 2010

2010-06-18T00:00:00Z

The East Boston neighborhood health center breaks ground on new stimulus funded facility and, thanks to stimulus, struggling citizens learning how to become financially literate, one dollar at a time.

E-Update: Week of June 6, 2010

2010-06-11T00:00:00Z

Pharmalucence will build a facility with ARRA-funded Recovery Zone bonds, Recovery puts the music back in students' lives and a stimulus-funded green energy training program will get houses warm and people working.

MassRRO Director Simon visits stim-funded digester project in Fairhaven

2010-06-08T00:00:00Z

Pharmalucence builds facility with ARRA-funded Recovery Zone bonds

2010-06-07T00:00:00Z

Boston HealthNet gets $3 Mil stimulus award for health IT

2010-06-04T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 30, 2010

2010-06-04T00:00:00Z

Boston HealthNet gets a $3 Mil Recovery Act award and stimulus-funded projects energize the solar industry.

E-Update: Week of May 23, 2010

2010-05-28T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts is awarded a $13 Million stimulus-funded Data Systems grant and Dorchester Neighborhood Service Centers get stimulus help in their fight against poverty.

MA leader in putting Recovery Act Waterworks funds to work

2010-05-21T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 16, 2010

2010-05-21T00:00:00Z

The groundbreaking of Franklin Apartments kicks off the MassWorks initiative and the story of how stimulus-funded projects are helping a 50-year old company stay afloat.

MA scientists get $55.5 million in stimulus grants

2010-05-18T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 9, 2010

2010-05-14T00:00:00Z

A stim-funded bridge rehabilitation project helps LM Holdings, the contractor on the project, and the people of Lawrence, the Haverhill commuter rail project moves forward and the Faces of Economic Recovery exhibition at South Station debuts on May 17.

Governor highlights ARRA funding in South Coast schools

2010-05-13T00:00:00Z

Groundbreaking of Franklin Apts kicks off MassWorks initiative

2010-05-12T00:00:00Z

Stimulus changing the face of energy in the US

2010-05-10T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of May 2, 2010

2010-05-07T00:00:00Z

The latest Citizens' Update --with the third Q ARRA numbers -- is available, YouthBuild receives a stimulus grant and a look at how Recovery Works for A&M Contracting.

Stim-funded Haverhill rail project moves forward

2010-05-04T00:00:00Z

YouthBuild Boston receives stimulus funds for job training

2010-05-04T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded tax credits help revive home sales in Springfield area

2010-05-04T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act Puts Thousands to Work in Massachusetts

2010-04-30T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 25, 2010

2010-04-30T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act puts thousands to work in Massachusetts, housing authorities get stim-funded energy upgrades and MassRRO director Jeffrey Simon is onsite in Western Mass.

Housing authorities get stim-funded energy upgrades

2010-04-26T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 18, 2010

2010-04-23T00:00:00Z

MBTA launches fleet of new stim-funded hybrid buses and MassRRO director Jeffrey Simon visits Western Mass to see stimulus up close.

Jack Satter House receives stimulus grant for green retrofit

2010-04-22T00:00:00Z

MBTA launching fleet of new stim-funded hybrid buses

2010-04-20T00:00:00Z

Franklin company receives stim-funded solar panel rebate

2010-04-16T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds will help Pittsfield plant cut energy costs

2010-04-16T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 11, 2010

2010-04-16T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds help solar projects, Harvard and Children's Hospital share a health IT grant and the stimulus office pays a visit to the new stim-funded Action office in Ipswich.

Boston Globe: Stimulus aid begins in the classroom

2010-04-12T00:00:00Z

Harvard, Children's Hospital share health IT stimulus grant

2010-04-09T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of April 4, 2010

2010-04-09T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds support training in healthcare jobs, a Fitchburg community health center gets stimulus money for expansion and stimulus heals a housing project with its redevelopment dream.

Head Start program grows with stimulus help

2010-04-08T00:00:00Z

Fitchburg Health Center to expand with stimulus funds

2010-04-08T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps a family find a home in Chelsea

2010-04-07T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of March 28, 2010

2010-04-02T00:00:00Z

Read about how More Than Words impacted a Massachusetts youth, and who was awarded the US Department of Education ARRA-funded Teacher Partnership Grants this week.

E-Update: Week of March 21, 2010

2010-03-26T00:00:00Z

The details were released for the stimulus-funded appliance rebate program, $16 Mil in stimulus funds went to energy efficiency projects and a health center gets a permanent home.

Stimulus helps upgrade Cambridge career center

2010-03-25T00:00:00Z

$2 Mil in stimulus funding for Malden's public housing

2010-03-25T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds help MetroWest businesses get help with loans

2010-03-22T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps to fund pilot smart grid project

2010-03-22T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of March 14, 2010

2010-03-18T00:00:00Z

A Fall River firefighter gets his job back and how stimulus saved an affordable housing project.

A Fall River firefighter gets his job back

2010-03-15T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of March 7, 2010

2010-03-12T00:00:00Z

$72.5 Mil in stimulus funds goes to transit improvements projects, the home appliance rebate program starts April 22 and stimulus gives the Dorchester House a much-needed boost.

Groundbreaking for stim-funded wastewater facility

2010-03-11T00:00:00Z

Boston Globe letter: Stimulus helping fight poverty

2010-03-10T00:00:00Z

Somerville News covers the Governor's "Back to Work" roundtable

2010-03-10T00:00:00Z

$72.5 million in stimulus for transit improvements

2010-03-09T00:00:00Z

Stimulus money helps youth training in Cambridge

2010-03-09T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded heating systems for Stoneham Housing Authority

2010-03-08T00:00:00Z

$8.5 stimulus award to Wareham housing project

2010-03-05T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 28, 2010

2010-03-05T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts is selected as a finalist in Race to the Top Competition, the Governor hosts a "Back to Work" roundtable and the OpenCape Broadband initiative gets a $32 million stimulus grant.

MA selected as finalist in Race to the Top

2010-03-04T00:00:00Z

OpenCape to receive $32 mil in Recovery Act funding

2010-03-02T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps mom achieve her dream

2010-03-02T00:00:00Z

ARRA grant helps fund school solar panel system

2010-03-01T00:00:00Z

Stimulus helps community college go green

2010-03-01T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds help prepare unemployed for trade jobs

2010-03-01T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 21, 2010

2010-02-26T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds are fully committed to water and wastewater projects and the Dedham Housing Authority will get stimulus funded heating systems.

Stimulus grant for Canton preschool

2010-02-23T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded heating systems for Dedham Housing Authority

2010-02-23T00:00:00Z

Hudson gets stimulus grant for library

2010-02-23T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds committed to water, wastewater projects

2010-02-19T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick highlights stimulus sucess stories

2010-02-19T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 14, 2010

2010-02-19T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick celebrates ARRA's one-year anniversary, Stimulus grants fund transportation and health IT intiatives.

Governor Patrick marks ARRA's one-year anniversary

2010-02-17T00:00:00Z

Energy projects get stimulus assistance

2010-02-17T00:00:00Z

South Coast rail project gets stimulus grant

2010-02-17T00:00:00Z

$95.5M stimulus transportation grant for state

2010-02-17T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds jobs program

2010-02-16T00:00:00Z

ARRA funds support health IT initiatives

2010-02-16T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of February 7, 2010

2010-02-12T00:00:00Z

Commonwealth obligates 100% of ARRA highway funding and Recovery funds help replace public housing heating systems.

Recovery funds to help replace public housing heating systems

2010-02-11T00:00:00Z

Commonwealth obligates 100% of ARRA highway funding

2010-02-11T00:00:00Z

State contract awarded for stim-funded solar installation

2010-02-05T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 31, 2010

2010-02-05T00:00:00Z

The Recovery Act puts thousands to work in the state and Recovery Act funds help a business empowerment center in Worcester.

ARRA funds help a business empowerment center

2010-02-04T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act puts thousands to work in MA

2010-02-01T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 24, 2010

2010-01-29T00:00:00Z

ARRA funds are designated to water infrastructure upgrades and will also benefit Western Mass. rail lines.

ARRA rail funds to benefit Western Mass.

2010-01-28T00:00:00Z

Stim funds help upgrade wastewater treatment facility

2010-01-28T00:00:00Z

$185 Mil in ARRA funds for water infrastructure projects

2010-01-25T00:00:00Z

MA to invest ARRA funds in green jobs

2010-01-22T00:00:00Z

E-update: Week of January 17, 2010

2010-01-22T00:00:00Z

The Greater Lawrence Family Health Center is in the process of a much-needed expansion thanks in part to a stimulus award and UMass Lowell gets an ARRA broadband adoption award.

UMass Lowell gets ARRA broadband adoption award

2010-01-21T00:00:00Z

Helping a Great City: The Story of Stimulus and Lowell

2010-01-15T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 10, 2010

2010-01-15T00:00:00Z

ARRA Awards help build and preserve affordable rental housing and go to re-employment programs across the state.

Stimulus funds go to re-employment programs

2010-01-11T00:00:00Z

ARRA Awards help build, preserve affordable rental housing

2010-01-11T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of January 3, 2010

2010-01-08T00:00:00Z

Stimulus saves Everett literacy class and stimulus-funded energy appliance rebate program to start

Stimulus Saves English Literacy Classes

2010-01-07T00:00:00Z

Op-ed: Open on stimulus funds

2010-01-05T00:00:00Z

Stim-funded Home Appliance Energy Rebate Program to start

2010-01-04T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 27, 2009

2009-12-31T00:00:00Z

Stimulus award helps students succeed and new stimulus-funded solar power rebate programs announced.

Recovery & Reinvestment blog: Stim funds help students succeed

2009-12-30T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 20, 2009

2009-12-24T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act awards are key to the Quincy redevelopment project and to rebuilding important routes in Bellingham and Sutton.

Stimulus funds key to Quincy redevelopment project

2009-12-21T00:00:00Z

ARRA funds to rebuild important Bellingham, Sutton routes

2009-12-21T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 13, 2009

2009-12-17T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act awards help Fitchburg and the Merrimack Valley as well as retired Hyde Park home owner, Yvonne Spencer.

ARRA awards help improve roads in Lynnfield, Wakefield

2009-12-16T00:00:00Z

Recovery & Reinvestment Blog: Keeping the conversation going

2009-12-15T00:00:00Z

First ARRA-funded rail improvement project

2009-12-14T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of December 6, 2009

2009-12-11T00:00:00Z

Mass. clinics get a stimulus boost, Recovery Act funds enable a large development to move forward and the Banneker School thrives thanks to its Recovery Act award.

Boston Globe: MA clinics receive $80 Mil stimulus boost

2009-12-10T00:00:00Z

Boston Globe: Stimulus projects head for fast track

2009-12-10T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act funding paves the way for parking garage project

2009-12-07T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of November 30, 2009

2009-12-04T00:00:00Z

In this week's update, read how Action received a Recovery Act grant to help low-income families and Fall River fire fighters were rescued by stimulus funds.

Somerville approves ARRA-funded transportation projects

2009-12-02T00:00:00Z

ARRA-funded North Bank Bridge is approved

2009-12-01T00:00:00Z

NYTimes: Stimulus Package as Worthy Step

2009-11-30T00:00:00Z

Marine Biological Laboratory Gets Stimulus Boost

2009-11-30T00:00:00Z

Boston Globe: MA labs aided by ARRA funds

2009-11-30T00:00:00Z

MassDOT investing ARRA funds

2009-11-30T00:00:00Z

NStar awarded additional Recovery Act funds

2009-11-30T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of November 23, 2009

2009-11-27T00:00:00Z

This week's update highlights the Recovery Act public safety awards and the revival of five stalled housing projects.

Recovery funds revive five housing developments

2009-11-24T00:00:00Z

Police officers, firefighters rehired with Recovery Act funds

2009-11-23T00:00:00Z

E-Update: Week of November 16, 2009

2009-11-19T00:00:00Z

Rail employees hired thanks to stimulus funds and federal stimulus funds awarded to New England Primate Research Center for vaccine development.

Rail employees hired thanks to federal stimulus funds

2009-11-17T00:00:00Z

MassDOT, MBTA and the Mass Bay Commuter Rail company announced the hiring of a diverse group of 15 employees with funds from the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA). The new jobs support the $9 million Fitchburg Commuter Rail Line project funded through the ARRA stimulus program.

E-Update: Week of November 9, 2009

2009-11-13T00:00:00Z

Stimulus funds for broadband mapping and helping Massachusetts businesses compete for stimulus funds.

$302,000 to perform diesel retrofits, cutting emissions from 132 waste collection vehicles

2009-11-12T00:00:00Z

As part of the Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state's economic future, the Patrick-Murray Administration awarded $302,000 in grants to four municipalities and five private waste haulers to retrofit 132 diesel waste collection vehicles serving 62 communities across the Commonwealth.

Engage with the Recovery and Reinvestment Office

2009-11-10T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick has assigned our office the task of overseeing the federal stimulus program here in Massachusetts. Hopefully we will be able to start a dialogue or a discussion about what this program means and how it works.

Small building contractors helped to compete for federal stimulus contracts

2009-11-10T00:00:00Z

Delivering on the themes of the Patrick-Murray Administration’s Economic Summit held in October, Governor Deval Patrick announced that the Administration is partnering with the Massachusetts Community Development Finance Corporation (CDFC) to help small, minority- and women-owned businesses and contractors bid on and participate in federal stimulus-funded construction projects.

E-Update: Week of November 2, 2009

2009-11-06T00:00:00Z

Information on the $10 million for SmartGrid Techonology Development and stimulus rebates for energy efficient home appliances.

E-Update: Week of October 26, 2009

2009-10-30T00:00:00Z

E-updates for "Over 23,000 jobs created or retained by $1.9 billion in federal stimulus investments" and "More stimulus funds for highway investments".

Over 23,000 jobs created or retained by $1.9 billion in Federal Stimulus investments

2009-10-29T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick announced that American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding has created or retained 23,533 jobs in Massachusetts since the start of the 27-month program in February.

Second round of highway stimulus projects announced

2009-10-27T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick released a list of 33 priority projects, estimated to cost more than $165.6 million, that the Patrick-Murray Administration is proposing to fund in the second round of highway investment under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The broad range of projects are spread throughout the Commonwealth and achieve Governor Patrick’s goal of creating short and long-term jobs, sustained regional economic growth and stronger communities and transit across Massachusetts.

E-Update: Week of October 19, 2009

2009-10-23T00:00:00Z

This week's E-Update centers on recovery zone bonds for local economic development and recovery funds for housing projects.

Communities awarded $750,266 to assess water quality

2009-10-22T00:00:00Z

As part of the Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state's economic future, the Patrick-Murray Administration awarded $750,266 in grants to 11 communities for projects to conduct watershed non-point source pollution assessment and planning work to address water quality impairments. These grants are funded under the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 and Section 604b of the U.S. Clean Water Act.

Silver line "direct connect" service to South Station launched

2009-10-15T00:00:00Z

The $1.7 million project funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act creates a new route, SL4, that will for the first time provide a direct connection between the Roxbury and South End neighborhoods and South Station, improving connections for residents and visitors to the Financial District, South Boston Waterfront, and Logan Airport.

Recovery funds to revive stalled housing developments announced

2009-10-15T00:00:00Z

As part of the Patrick-Murray Administration’s Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced that the state will utilize $50.3 million in federal recovery funds to create hundreds of jobs and revive affordable housing developments stalled throughout the Commonwealth due to the lack of equity available in low-income housing tax credit markets.

$17.9 Million in recovery funds to reduce homelessness

2009-10-13T00:00:00Z

As part of the Patrick-Murray Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced that the state will steer $17.9 million in federal recovery funds to community-based nonprofits throughout the Commonwealth to address the needs of families and individuals who are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming so.

Massachusetts state agencies submit preliminary recovery numbers

2009-10-10T00:00:00Z

The Massachusetts Recovery and Reinvestment Office (MassRRO) announced today that Massachusetts has filed the first of its quarterly reports to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as required under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Recipient reporting under ARRA is one element of the unprecedented level of government transparency ushered in by the Recovery Act.

Stimulus funding released to rehire firefighters statewide

2009-10-08T00:00:00Z

Moving to help municipal fire departments impacted by budget cuts that have forced layoffs and vacancies resulting from attrition, Governor Deval Patrick announced he will release $8.1 million in federal stimulus funds to 13 municipal fire departments in the Commonwealth. The funds will be used to rehire 127 firefighters who were laid off because of budget reductions.

Massachusetts Targets $300 Million for Transportation Improvements

2009-09-22T00:00:00Z

Tax credit assistance to revive housing projects, create jobs

2009-08-19T00:00:00Z

Block grants provide job/housing opportunities, increase social services throughout state

2009-08-13T00:00:00Z

10,000 summer jobs funded by recovery

2009-08-11T00:00:00Z

South Coast Rail Corridor Plan

2009-08-06T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick released the South Coast Rail Economic Development and Land Use Corridor Plan, joined by Congressman Barney Frank and Congressman James McGovern at a ceremony in the New Bedford Whaling Museum.

$20 million for fire departments

2009-08-06T00:00:00Z

$4.3 million invested in Broadband Expansion project

2009-07-30T00:00:00Z

As part of the Patrick-Murray Administration’s Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced a new partnership between the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) and the Executive Office of Transportation (EOT) to bring broadband to unserved and underserved communities in Western Massachusetts. Joined by elected leaders and administration officials at the MassHighway District 2 office in Northampton, the Governor said $4.3 million in state bond funds will help build out broadband networks to enhance service for small businesses, schools and individuals and improve security and transportation operations in the area.

New access to affordable homeownership opportunities

2009-07-30T00:00:00Z

As part of the Patrick-Murray Administration’s Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced the initial group of approved lenders for the MassHousing First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Loan Program. The program, unveiled in Boston earlier this month, will allow first-time homebuyers to borrow up to $8,000 in advance of their federal tax credit for homes purchased with a MassHousing loan before December 1, 2009.

$12 million for Communities Count initiative

2009-07-23T00:00:00Z

As part of the Patrick-Murray Administration’s Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced that the City of Worcester will join a new state partnership with local communities to leverage federal and state dollars to create jobs, stabilize neighborhoods hit hard by foreclosures and offer resources to boost local businesses during the current economic downturn.

Infrastructure funds to support Somerville Assembly Square project

2009-07-20T00:00:00Z

This mixed-use project, the first to receive state’s innovative I-Cubed funding, will create thousands of jobs. $15 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Highway Transportation funding will complete necessary infrastructure improvements.

Procurement requirements for Federal Stimulus funds

2009-07-20T00:00:00Z

The purpose of this memorandum is to provide posting and public notice requirements for procurements and grants, including the resulting contracts and grant awards, funded with American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds, also referred to as "federal stimulus" funds.

To meet Governor Patrick’s commitment to full transparency, these requirements apply specifically to projects funded with ARRA funds received directly from the Commonwealth. However, to promote single-site transparency, all public entities are strongly encouraged to follow these guidelines by posting ARRA projects, funded directly from the Federal Government, on Comm-PASS as well.

Homebuyer loans for affordable opportunities

2009-07-16T00:00:00Z

As part of the Massachusetts Recovery Plan, Governor Deval Patrick announced a First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Loan Program through MassHousing that will allow first-time homebuyers to borrow up to $8,000 in advance of their federal tax credit for homes purchased with a MassHousing loan before December 1, 2009.

Stimulus funds for New England high speed rail

2009-07-16T00:00:00Z

The New England Governors announced they are working together on a coordinated regional vision for high speed rail that will connect major cities and airports, and support economic growth throughout the region. The Vision for the New England High Speed and Intercity Rail Network lays out key projects to strengthen passenger and freight rail service along new and existing rail corridors. The goal is to double passenger rail ridership in the Northeast by 2030.

Federal recovery funds to revive stalled housing projects

2009-07-16T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts will receive $50.8 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to finance new construction and the rehabilitation of affordable housing developments currently stalled due to the lack of equity available in the low-income housing tax credit market. The funds, issued by the U.S. Treasury Department, will be used in exchange for unsold tax credits to help fill the gaps for project sponsors who were relying on the sale of those credits to fund a substantial portion of their project development costs.

Federal recovery funds for commuter rail & transit improvements

2009-07-13T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts will receive more than $64.3 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to support improvements to public transit and commuter rail services, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced. More than $43 million will support commuter rail improvements, including projects that will lead to double-tracking of the Haverhill and Fitchburg Commuter Rail lines to decrease delays and improve service and on-time performance.

Economic development grant awarded to town of Lenox

2009-07-13T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced that the Executive Office of Transportation has awarded a Public Works Economic Development (PWED) grant worth $950,000 for the Lenox Village Downtown Revitalization Project. In this latest round of PWED funding, the Patrick Administration will direct a total of $8.6 million in infrastructure grants to projects in eight communities across the Commonwealth.

$49 Million Available for Weatherization Programs

2009-07-08T00:00:00Z

Recovery Act funding will create green jobs, reduce energy costs, and weatherize more than 16,900 Massachusetts homes. Working through community-based organizations, the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) will distribute these weatherization funds to communities throughout the state.

Legislation Signed to Qualify Mass. for Federal Recovery Funds: Sewer, Unemployment Benefits

2009-07-03T00:00:00Z

The legislation, signed by Governor Patrick on Thursday, relaxes procurement rules to help the state act quickly on projects using Federal funds. The changes should clear the way for $186 million for sewer repairs and $108 million in expanded unemployment benefits.

DHCD Seeks $14 million to Acquire and Rehab Foreclosure Properties in Western and Central Mass.

2009-07-03T00:00:00Z

the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is proposing to file a competitive grant application seeking funds under the Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 (NSP2). Draft applicationmaterials are available on the Department’s website http://www.mass.gov/dhcd. DHCD seekscomments regarding the content of the application from all interested parties.

Route 24 interchange latest "shovel ready" stimulus project

2009-06-29T00:00:00Z

As part of Governor Deval Patrick's Massachusetts Recovery Plan, the Patrick Administration announced today that planning for construction of a new interchange on Route 24 is moving forward under an aggressive timeline as a "shovel-ready" project using federal highway stimulus funds under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

Meets and exceeds target for shovel ready recovery highway projects

2009-06-29T00:00:00Z

As part of Governor Deval Patrick's Massachusetts Recovery Plan, the Patrick Administration today announced its federal highway investments tdate have already exceeded the $153.2 million Massachusetts commitment under the federal "use-it-or-lose it" 120-day deadline of June 30. Under an aggressive timeline set by Governor Patrick, 31 shovel ready projects have moved forward under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), representing an investment of $187.4 million.

Federal Recovery Act funds for water treatment projects

2009-06-16T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Timothy P. Murray and state environmental officials joined U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson to announce more than $185 million in federal stimulus funding for Massachusetts, which will be used to finance more than 127 statewide drinking water and waste water infrastructure projects that will protect the environment and the public health.

Strengthening Communities Fund Provides Opportunities for Nonprofits to Contribute to Recovery

2009-06-16T00:00:00Z

Local communities are elible to apply for grants of up to $250,000 to strengthen nonprofit organizations and increase the nonprofits' involvement in projects that help turn our economy around. Experienced nonprofits can apply directly for grants of up to $1 million.

Business Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA)

2009-05-28T00:00:00Z

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides a number of tax incentives for businesses. Most of the tax incentives for businesses are found in Subtitle C of Division B, Title I of ARRA. In addition, some of the energy incentives, contained in Subtitle B, [and a subsidy for premiums for COBRA health continuation coverage in Title III of Division B,] provide tax relief for businesses.

Governor Patrick Takes Steps to Secure Federal Recovery Funding for Broadband Expansion

2009-05-26T00:00:00Z

On May 26, 2009, Governor Patrick expressed his intention to designate the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) as the "eligible entity" for broadband funds available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). In addition, he helped unveil a new interactive mapping tool to help further the efforts to bring high-speed Internet to communities across the state.

Application for Initial Education Funding under the State Fiscal Stabilization Fund Program

2009-05-15T00:00:00Z

This letter, from Governor Deval Patrick to US Education Secretary Arne Duncan, is to formalize the Commonwealth's application for state fiscal stabilization funding from the federal government. This funding will provide much-needed relief to students and educators in pre-kindergarten through post-secondary institutions.

$25 million in ARRA funds awarded to Wind Technology Testing Center

2009-05-12T00:00:00Z

May 15, 2009 -- U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu and Governor Deval Patrick announced the Department of Energy’s intent to award Massachusetts $25 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to accelerate development of the state’s Wind Technology Testing Center and create hundreds of new jobs.

$100 Million Announced for Bus Rapid Transit Project

2009-05-04T00:00:00Z

$986 Million in Loans Awarded to Fund Drinking Water and Waste Water Infrastructure Projects

2009-05-01T00:00:00Z

$67 Million to boost job training and support for workers

2009-04-30T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick today announced more than $67 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to make immediate investments in job training and support services for dislocated workers, low-income youths and adults. More than $4.9 million of the funding will go to the Boston Private Industry Council and three One-Stop Career Centers in the City of Boston.

$1.9 Million to boost job training and support for Cape and Islands

2009-04-30T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick today announced more than $1.9 million in federal recovery fundsto make immediate investments in job training and support services for dislocated workers, low-income youths and adults on the Cape and Islands.

GAO Recovery Report

2009-04-27T00:00:00Z

As initial implementation unfolds in states and localities, continued attention to accountability issues Is essential.

Broadband Legislation Filed to Access Federal Stimulus Funds

2009-04-27T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state's economic future, Governor Deval Patrick has filed legislation to help leverage federal economic recovery funds to boost broadband services throughout Massachusetts.

Bids Awarded for First Five Transportation Projects

2009-04-27T00:00:00Z

The Patrick Administration announced bids have been awarded under an aggressive timeline for the first five "shovel-ready" transportation projects using federal highway stimulus funds under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The bid process moved quickly and proved cost effective. Bids were opened, awards made, and a "notice to proceed" issued just five weeks after the projects were advertised for bid. Construction on all projects is expected to begin in the next two weeks.

First Shovel Ready Recovery Project Breaks Ground

2009-04-17T00:00:00Z

Guidance regarding pending stimulus implementation bill

2009-04-16T00:00:00Z

Clarification regarding some questions surrounding the impact of the "An Act Mobilizing Economic Recovery in Massachusetts," bill's passage on procurements and bid awards.

Millions Available for New Bedford Harbor Cleanup

2009-04-16T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts will receive $25 to $35 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to speed the cleanup of New Bedford Harbor.

$163 Million in Federal Title I Funds for High-Need School Districts

2009-04-09T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick announced that $163 million in additional federal education Title I funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will go to many high-poverty school districts in Massachusetts.

State & federal funds to create 10,000 summer jobs for youths

2009-03-27T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced he will commit more than $30 million over two years in state and federal recovery funds to create an estimated 10,000 summer jobs for young people in 60 communities across Massachusetts.

Communities will receive $42M in energy grants

2009-03-26T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick announced that the White House has released funding amounts for Massachusetts communities under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants program funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Economic recovery plan to support health care and safety net services

2009-03-25T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick today announced an additional $764 million in federal recovery funds to secure jobs, maintain health care reform and protect key safety net services.

$162 million in federal recovery funds to public colleges

2009-03-24T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced $162 million in federal education recovery funds will go to all state and community colleges and the University of Massachusetts system, restoring funding to campus budgets, averting layoffs and program cuts and mitigating student fee hikes. To date, Governor Patrick has committed a total of $620 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds for K-12 education, special education and higher education programs and services.

Expedited variance process for ARRA projects agreement reached

2009-03-23T00:00:00Z

Memorandum of Understanding between the Executive Office of Administration and Finance and the Architectural Access Board relative to an expedited variance process for projects funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

$300 million to secure Safety Net services

2009-03-21T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick joined Senator John Kerry to announce more than $300 million in federal recovery funds to help boost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and to increase nutritional services for seniors. The Elderly Nutrition Program will receive $2.1 million – $1.4 million allocated for nutrition programs at senior centers, and $700,000 allocated for home-delivered nutrition programs.

An Act Mobilizing Economic Recovery in Massachusetts

2009-03-20T00:00:00Z

This legislation, filed by Governor Patrick on March 20, 2009 and enacted on July 2, builds on the work and ideas of the more than 275 people who participated in task forces that were established to plan for and maximize the Commonwealth's receipt of federal funds available through the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 (ARRA).

Federal recovery funds for school districts with special education costs

2009-03-20T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced $280 million in federal education recovery funds will go to school districts to assist with costs for special education, care and support. The Governor also announced an additional $10 million for preschool special education services.

Administration Presentation to the Joint Committee on Federal Stimulus Oversight

2009-03-19T00:00:00Z

The Executive Office for Administration and Finance presented a comprehensive overview of the impact of federal stimulus funding on Massachusetts. The presentation includes information on how much money Massachusetts will receive, how it will flow to the Commonwealth and how it can be spent.

Federal recovery funds for schools across Massachusetts

2009-03-19T00:00:00Z

As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick announced he will commit $168 million in federal education recovery funds to ensure every district in the Commonwealth reaches so-called foundation spending levels next school year.

Relief through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act

2009-03-17T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick announced that Massachusetts residents currently receiving unemployment benefits will collect an additional $25 in weekly compensation thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The additional compensation will begin next Monday, March 23rd, and is retroactive from February 22, 2009.

Advertised Highway Projects

2009-03-16T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick's certification to the U.S. Department of Energy

2009-03-16T00:00:00Z

Certification required to receive funds from the State Energy Program under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. These funds will be used for energy efficiency and renewable energy programs, including prioritizing our energy investments to take advantage of existing efficiency programs and expanding efficiency programs where appropriate.

Recovery plan unveiled to secure common economic future

2009-03-16T00:00:00Z

With the 73-year-old structurally-deficient Chelsea Street Bridge serving as a backdrop, Governor Deval Patrick unveiled his Massachusetts Recovery Plan, highlighting how integrating state, federal and private investments will put people back to work on critical projects, speed the state’s recovery and ultimately secure our common economic future.

First Eight Highway Projects Announced

2009-03-13T00:00:00Z

The Patrick Administration announced the first eight "shovel-ready" transportation projects using federal highway stimulus funds under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will be advertised for bid tomorrow. The eight initial projects span from the Berkshires to Cape Cod and represent an estimated total value of approximately $30 million.

Stimulus with integrity

2009-03-10T00:00:00Z

Read about Governor Deval Patrick and Attorney General Martha Coakley's plans for ensuring transparency and accountability in the Federal Recovery Act process.

First federal recovery funds for statewide road and bridge projects

2009-03-06T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick announced the federal government has given Massachusetts the authority to spend $437.9 million on transportation projects through federal highway funds under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Of that funding, approximately $153.2 million will be committed to "shovel-ready" projects advertised for bid within the next 120 days.

What Federal Stimulus means for Massachusetts

2009-03-03T00:00:00Z

By Governor Patrick. The President’s recovery bill will help us bridge to a better time over the next couple of years. I want to describe some of the benefits we believe it will bring. But it is not a panacea. It does not let any of us off the hook from making tough and sometimes painful choices, nor should it.

Massachusetts and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 update

2009-02-28T00:00:00Z

How Massachusetts gets a share of the $787 billion, timing, and impact on our budget.

Massachusetts prepared to invest recovery aid

2009-02-25T00:00:00Z

Returning from the National Governors Association meeting in Washington, D.C., Governor Deval Patrick submitted written notice to the Obama Administration that Massachusetts is ready to receive billions of dollars in federal recovery aid. While in D.C., Governor Patrick attended meetings with the President and other leaders, focusing on how to invest these critical funds in projects that create and retain jobs and provide long-term economic value to the Commonwealth.

Focusing on accountability & transparency in management of expected federal recovery funds

2009-02-11T00:00:00Z

Anticipating the receipt of hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funds for statewide infrastructure projects, Governor Deval Patrick announced that he has selected senior real estate professional Jeffrey A. Simon to lead the Administration’s economic recovery infrastructure program. Governor Patrick has been preparing to maximize the Commonwealth’s ability to create new jobs and lay a foundation for long-term economic growth.

Preparation for Federal Economic Stimulus funds

2008-12-17T00:00:00Z

As the Obama Administration and Congress continue to make progress on a federal economic stimulus package, Governor Deval Patrick announced a mobilization plan to ensure the Commonwealth is prepared to maximize federal funds to create local jobs and grow the Massachusetts economy. The Governor also unveiled his updated capital investment plan which includes $1 billion of actual construction spending over the next six months.